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Vijayawada Dasara Festivities Planned With Priority for Ordinary Devotees

Vijayawada Dasara Festivities Planned With Priority for Ordinary Devotees
Dasara Festivities to Be Held on a Grand Scale at Indrakeeladri in Vijayawada · deccanchronicle.com

Dasara celebrations will be held at Indrakeeladri in Vijayawada from October 11 to October 20, 2026.

Many people are expected to visit Goddess Kanaka Durga.

Officials want ordinary devotees to have a smooth visit.

VIP and VVIP access will therefore be limited.

VIP tickets will cost ₹1,000 on regular Navaratri days.

Tickets will not be sold on Moola Nakshatram or Vijayadashami.

Elderly and disabled visitors will receive special help and separate queues.

Officials will use cameras, drones and artificial intelligence to watch crowds and respond to problems.

Different government departments will work together on water, sanitation, transport, security and other services.

Key facts

Event
Dasara Mahotsavams 2026
Venue
Indrakeeladri, Vijayawada
Dates
October 11-20, 2026
VIP ticket
₹1,000 on regular Navaratri days
Ticket exceptions
No VIP tickets on Moola Nakshatram or Vijayadashami
Monitoring
A 24-hour Command Control Centre using CCTV cameras, drones and AI-based systems
Special assistance
Separate queues and assistance for elderly and disabled devotees

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